WH-R8170-C50-TL Ultegra Wheel

Product Information

The Shimano Ultegra WH-R8170-C50-TL wheelset strikes an impressive balance, offering Dura-Ace level performance without the premium price tag. These wheels excel in a variety of conditions, making them a true all-rounder for riders who tackle climbs, descents, and flats with equal enthusiasm. Their 50mm depth provides a significant aerodynamic advantage, helping you maintain speed efficiently, while the lightweight carbon construction ensures quick acceleration and responsive handling.

Built for modern road cycling, this wheelset integrates advanced features for a confident and efficient ride. The tubeless-ready design supports wider tires for enhanced grip and comfort, and the robust hub system is compatible with both 11 and 12-speed Shimano road cassettes, offering great versatility for current and future setups.

Features

• 50mm full carbon rim depth for balanced aerodynamics and climbing efficiency.
• D2 rim profile, shared with Dura-Ace wheels, for optimized wind-tunnel tested performance.
• Tubeless-ready (TL) rim design allows for lower tire pressures and increased traction.
• Reliable cup and cone Shimano hubs with Centerlock disc brake compatibility.
• Rear wheel features OPTBAL 2:1 spoke lacing to equalize spoke tension and enhance durability.
• E-Thru 12mm thru-axle system for improved stiffness and consistent wheel positioning.

Specs

• Material: Full Carbon (rim), Aluminum (hub shell, axle), Stainless Steel (spokes), Aluminum (nipples)
• Rim Height: 50mm
• Internal Rim Width: 21mm
• External Rim Width: 28mm
• Spoke Count: 24 (front and rear)
• Spokes: Straight-pull, bladed, butted stainless steel (2.0-1.6-2.0mm)
• Brake Compatibility: Center Lock Disc
• Axle Compatibility: 12x100mm (front), 12x142mm (rear) E-Thru thru-axle
• Cassette Compatibility: Shimano HG L (ROAD 12/11-speed)
• Recommended Tire Size: 25-622 to 32-622 (25c to 32c)
• Approximate Weight: 698g (front), 872g (rear), 1570g (wheelset)